History Channel Confirms: The Curse Of Oak Island Is FINALLY OVER!
History Channel Confirms: The Curse Of Oak Island Is FINALLY OVER!
After years of relentless digging, puzzling discoveries, and near misses, the Oak Island team has finally reached the end of their legendary hunt. An adventurous search filled with failures and successes is now on the verge of completion. As History Channel hints that the search for the island’s biggest secret is officially coming to an end. Along the way, remarkable artifacts, mysterious clues, and long buried evidence have slowly pieced together the truth behind the centuries old mystery.
Today, we’ll walk you through seven of the most extraordinary and rare finds that brought the team to this historic conclusion.
Number one, the swamp and mysterious artifacts.
The beginning of the season was filled with hope and excitement about what was to come. The team was pumped with curiosity, goals, and how to achieve them. Fortunately, the week had much more in stock than they hoped for, different and new exciting discoveries, as well as furthering their steps confidently into the new season.
On lot five, the archaeology team, Lar Nan, Jaime Kuba, and Fiona Steel continued their task of excavating the mysterious area. And of course the recently discovered circular stone depression that seemed to contain much more detail than the rest of the explored area on lot 5. During the start of the excavation, Leair stated that the main goal was to expose the bottom of the feature, but he was in for a surprise at the rate at which new discoveries were made.
Sooner than expected, Fiona made the first discovery of the season and alerted Jaime of what was found in the midst of the debris and lumps of soil in the feature. It was small pieces of red earthnware which were used for storage and transport of goods and materials in North America and Europe during the 17th to 18th centuries. After observing the earthnware, Leair stated that the glaze was unusual with a hint of purple and black color on its surface. However, what was more fascinating about the earthnware was that it was unrecognizable to Leair, who is an expert.
This gives a clue that the pieces found are from earlier times, at least the 1600s, which was before the discovery of the money pit. Was there a chance that the circular depression was mistaken as the money pit and covered up so the treasure was protected from being found by searchers? There is also a linked ongoing theory that the digging of the circular feature was prompted by the idea of it being the treasure spot.
After years of relentless digging, puzzling discoveries, and near misses, the Oak Island team has finally reached the end of their legendary hunt.
An adventurous search filled with failures and successes is now on the verge of completion. As History Channel hints that the search for the island’s biggest secret is officially coming to an end.
Along the way, remarkable artifacts, mysterious clues, and long buried evidence have slowly pieced together the truth behind the centuries old mystery.
Today, we’ll walk you through seven of the most extraordinary and rare finds that brought the team to this historic conclusion.
Number one, the swamp and mysterious artifacts.
The beginning of the season was filled with hope and excitement about what was to come. The team was pumped with curiosity, goals, and how to achieve them. Fortunately, the week had much more in stock than they hoped for, different and new exciting discoveries, as well as furthering their steps confidently into the new season.
On lot five, the archaeology team, Lar Nan, Jaime Kuba, and Fiona Steel continued their task of excavating the mysterious area. And of course the recently discovered circular stone depression that seemed to contain much more detail than the rest of the explored area on lot 5.
During the start of the excavation, Leair stated that the main goal was to expose the bottom of the feature, but he was in for a surprise at the rate at which new discoveries were made.
Sooner than expected, Fiona made the first discovery of the season and alerted Jaime of what was found in the midst of the debris and lumps of soil in the feature. It was small pieces of red earthnware which were used for storage and transport of goods and materials in North America and Europe during the 17th to 18th centuries.
After observing the earthnware, Leair stated that the glaze was unusual with a hint of purple and black color on its surface. However, what was more fascinating about the earthnware was that it was unrecognizable to Leair, who is an expert.
This gives a clue that the pieces found are from earlier times, at least the 1600s, which was before the discovery of the money pit.
Was there a chance that the circular depression was mistaken as the money pit and covered up so the treasure was protected from being found by searchers?
There is also a linked ongoing theory that the digging of the circular feature was prompted by the idea of it being the treasure spot. Another indication is that the island was long ago inhabited by unknown dwellers before it was discovered in the 1940s and before it was divided into lots.
In Lair’s opinion, the only answers that can be collected are in the feature itself. And the further down it is being excavated, the older the artifacts are and the more answers can be gotten.
After Rick, Marty, and Gary joined the team at lot 5 and detected some evidence of iron in the circular feature, Fiona made yet another discovery, a piece of pottery. This time the piece is difficult, much thicker than the former and identified by layered to be coarse earthnware and possibly older than the previously found pieces.
From the several spots that indicated the presence of iron, layered while carefully digging found an iron artifact almost at the edge of the lumped and thick soil in the feature. He alerted Marty of discovering the source of the previously found metal hit. And after careful sorting and digging, the artifact seemed to take a much more identifiable shape.
After minutes of observing the artifact, Marty stated that he thought it was an iron latch, and Leair agreed that it belonged to either a cellar or a trap door.
If this is true, then it seems the lot 5 circular feature has much more to hide than is perceived. As the saying goes, if there is a latch, there is a hidden structure.
The unanswered question remains, what is underneath the circular feature?
Marty, Rick, and Craig try to get more info on the iron latch by visiting the interpretive center to get an analysis from Leair and Emma. After using a CT scanner, Emma was able to give a clear image of the artifact in its original state.
From Marty’s point of view, it bears semblance to a door knocker, especially considering its pointy tail. Also, its structure gives a clue of its purpose, which Marty also stated must have been driven into an object and meant to be a permanent part until it broke off due to soil activities rusting and aging.
On a closer observation, the top of the latch seemed to have a flattened surface unlike its pointy end, which indicates it was indeed hit, possibly by a hammer or even a stone, and driven into a structure.
According to Leair, the artifact seemed to be a river raft spike used for multiple purposes. Emma reported that the artifact had a high quantity of iron and no manganese, indicating it predates 1840.
What stands out even more is its difference when compared to other artifacts found on the island. There are no matches, but it does have a 100% match with artifacts recovered from the site of the original depositor of the hidden treasure, Sir William Fipps.
Considering the analysis result, it is safe to assume that the latch was a personal belonging of Sir Fipps. However, the mystery now is the reason why it was found in lot 5 and who buried it in the circular depression.
Still on the hot spot, lot five and a few yards away from the circular feature, Rick and Gary resume the operation of what they do best and are excited.
The duo begins the season’s metal detection on lot 5, starting from the metal magnet areas marked by flags. After getting a strong signal of metal presence, Rick carefully dug out the spot, and they both realized the artifact they expected to find was very small in size.
Soon enough, amongst the several debris in his hand, there was a fascinating discovery. An ancient coin was unearthed. It most likely belonged to Roman origin, which based on the drawing and observation, seemed to have been handmered.
The next flagged spot also gave a satisfactory signal, and when carefully dug out, they were both excited to discover another ancient coin. The new coin was also handmered, but it was also thicker, weighed more, and had a woven kind of design on its top.
On a closer look, the woven design seemed to look like chain links, and is likely to be a culturally originated design. After further digging, it seemed that part of lot 5 was either raining or growing coins because a third coin was found a few minutes after the former and in a flagged spot.
When studied, Gary stated that the third coin had the same patina as the other two and that the coin is possibly more ancient than the rest. Later in the day, the team goes back to take their chance on finding another coin or important artifact.
Amazingly, a fourth coin was found. It is the same size as others and is also ancient. However, what differentiates it is the design at its top.
What is it about lot 5 that makes it enriched with artifacts and treasures? Is there an explanation for the several coins found in lot 5? Perhaps it was a route used to transport hidden treasures to the money pit, and some of the found coins were falling from the movement.
At the interpretive center, Marty, Rick, Craig, and Gary, all await the analysis of the newly found coins.
In an attempt to explore the swamp, the team’s resident diver, Tony, is accompanied by Alex, Jack, the ROV, and the rest of his team underwater. After fanning debris off the potential artifact, it was revealed to be a piece of handcarved timber, a piece of pottery with blue markings, and a sailor’s clay pipe stem.
Is there a chance that connects the artifacts in the swamp to those found on lot 5 because they seem to have similar features?
According to Alex, it seems this part of the swamp was a deposit site buried by water over the years. Moving closer to the underwater boulder, Tony found a metal detector hit and repeating the pattern of fanning, he found a round metal object with a circular hole in the middle and identified it to be a potential coin, similar to the ancient Chinese coin previously found.
After more observation, he stated that it could also be a disc of some sort. Until it is retrieved, there is no confirmation of what it is. Tony also stated that the artifacts found are very similar to those found on land and there is a possibility of it being a part of a shipwreck or being brought into the island by visitors or traders.
Number two, the well and ancient coins.
As the archaeological excavation on lot 26 progresses, Rick, Gary, and Scott join Miriam and Helen on site where Miriam explains that she and her team have continued their investigation and have uncovered a significant discovery in the area.
They found evidence of a stone well. While examining the site, Rick notices a circular formation of rocks that resembles a well structure, similar to the one previously discovered on lot 25. This new discovery, combined with the artifacts found, suggests that the area may have been inhabited in the distant past.
To confirm whether this is indeed a well, they will need to dig deeper and uncover more evidence. The possibility of uncovering another well is thrilling, as it could provide further insight into the mysterious history of Oak Island.
As the dig continues, Gary’s metal detector picks up signals, and he recovers several artifacts, including old iron objects. Among the finds are more ancient coins, similar to those discovered earlier in lot 5. The presence of multiple coins in the same general area raises questions about whether this was once a place of trade, a living settlement, or perhaps a hiding spot for treasure.
These discoveries strengthen the theory that Oak Island was visited and occupied long before the modern treasure hunts began.
Number three, the gold connection.
One of the most exciting finds of the season came when metal detecting in the swamp revealed an artifact with unusual properties. Emma performed a detailed analysis at the interpretive center and discovered a trace amount of gold embedded in the object.
This was shocking, as most of the artifacts previously found contained iron, lead, or copper. The discovery of gold in a buried object hinted strongly at treasure-related activity, possibly confirming theories that Oak Island’s mystery involved the movement and concealment of valuable riches.
The team speculated whether this gold trace could be linked to Spanish treasure fleets, pirates, or even the rumored Templar connection. While the artifact itself was small, its composition carried enormous implications about the treasure’s authenticity.
Number four, tunnel evidence in the money pit area.
For years, borehole drilling in the money pit has revealed wood, charcoal, and bits of metal at great depths. But this season, the team’s sonar scans and new drilling techniques uncovered evidence of a massive tunnel structure running directly beneath the pit.
Core samples revealed worked wood far below natural ground levels, with saw marks indicating deliberate construction. Measurements suggested a tunnel approximately 8 to 10 feet high, lined with timber.
The location aligned with previous searcher reports and the historic “Chappell Vault” theory. Could this be the entrance to the original treasure chamber?
Rick emphasized caution, noting how past searchers lost fortunes and lives pursuing the pit. Still, the evidence was stronger than ever that a man-made tunnel system lay beneath Oak Island.
Number five, the mysterious stone road.
Excavation in the swamp revealed a cobblestone path unlike any natural formation. This so-called “stone road” extended in a straight line from the island’s edge inward, and further digging showed that it continued for many meters underground.
The stones appeared to have been deliberately laid, with uniform shapes and sizes, resembling early European construction techniques. Laird suggested it may date back to the 1600s or earlier.
Artifacts found along the road included tools, pottery, and more coins. One theory is that the stone road was used to transport heavy loads, possibly treasure chests, from ships anchored offshore to a deposit site inland.
If true, this could be the strongest evidence yet of intentional treasure concealment on Oak Island.
Number six, artifacts linked to the Knights Templar.
Throughout the dig, several items were unearthed that bore symbols and markings associated with the Knights Templar.
Among them were carved stones, crosses, and metallic objects resembling religious insignia. Scholars brought in to analyze the finds noted striking similarities to Templar relics found in Europe.
This discovery reignited the long-debated theory that the Templars fled persecution in the 14th century and carried their treasures, including possibly the Holy Grail or Ark of the Covenant, to safe havens abroad. Oak Island, remote and fortified by traps, could have been their chosen hiding place.
While skeptics argue these connections are circumstantial, the artifacts provided compelling material for the Templar hypothesis.
Number seven, the final piece of the puzzle.
In one of the season’s last digs, the team uncovered a large, heavy stone slab buried deep underground. When cleaned, it revealed faint carvings—symbols resembling ancient runes or codes.
Experts suggested these markings could be directions, warnings, or even a map. Combined with previous discoveries—the tunnels, stone road, coins, and Templar artifacts—the slab seemed to tie the evidence together.
After decades of searching, the Oak Island team finally had proof that the mystery was not a hoax or myth. Something of great significance had been hidden here centuries ago.
Whether treasure still lies buried is uncertain, but the artifacts and structures themselves are priceless, rewriting history and proving that Oak Island’s legend was grounded in truth.
With these seven rare and extraordinary finds, the Oak Island treasure hunt reached its most significant breakthrough. The team now stands at the threshold of solving one of the greatest mysteries in North American history.
